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10 Best Nursing Homes in Escambia County, AL
Escambia County is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 51 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Escambia County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Escambia County is about $3,847, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 585 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Bratt, Malta and Freemanville.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Escambia County, AL
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Since living here at Carpenters Creek. I have been having fun at all levels. There are people to talk to and laugh and joke with. I will always be very thankful for everyone with.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Waterford at Carpenter's Creek offers Assisted Living services in the picturesque Panhandle city of Pensacola. Our senior living community has been serving residents and families in the area for almost 30 years. We offer a warm, friendly, supportive environment for residents and we're staffed...
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The Waterford at Creekside review is an excellent facility. They have been kind and caring towards my mother. They have been upgrading the facilities over the last few months.
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Find the comfort and care you deserve at The Waterford at Creekside. The senior living community in Pensacola, FL provides residents with a positive, nurturing environment that encourages health and happiness while promoting companionship among residents and staff. Our goal is to enrich the lives...
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Navarre Gardens has truly been a blessing for our family. We knew it was the right place for our loved one.The staff here are not just caregivers; they are angels in disguise. Their compassion and dedication...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Navarre Gardens North is a newly designed assisted living facility located in Navarre, Florida. We provide a safe, comfortable environment surrounded by the beauty and wonder of the Gulf Coast. Our staff comes highly recommended among the best in love and care. Our facility is equipped with...
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I would give them 5s for everything. The Milton facility really cares about their residents. They have gone the extra mile to work with my mother. I cant thank them.enough for what they have done for my...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Forsyth House is a 39 apartment Assisted Living in the heart of Milton Florida. Conveniently located close to military base and within 30 minutes of the beautiful emerald coast. Forsyth House offers a cozy feel with a family-like environment. Never worry about cooking with all meals provided...
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We have only complaint. My sister has bought our mother at least 12 new outfits, her name is on everything. They seem to disappear on a regularly. Example, yesterday my sister picked mom up . She had on...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and always.We are now offering Virtual Tours of our communities via Skype, Zoom and Google Duo. If you’re...
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We had a wonderful experience with a Place for Mom. [name removed] was so helpful in finding local facilities that matched our budget. We decided on Sodalis Cantonment and couldn’t be happier. They take...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
A Lifestyle Community Engaged living, a tranquil setting, and compassionate care are the hallmarks of Sodalis Cantonment, a community that encourages an active lifestyle and daily activities for residents, both on campus and throughout the Pensacola area. With our "residents first" philosophy,...
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I absolutely love the employees and their interactions with the residents. I would highly recommend Brookdale Pensacola. Once the food situation is solved, they should have a 10 in every category.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Your Next Great AdventureJust a short drive from local amenities like West Florida Hospital and the always pleasant gulf of Mexico, you will find a warm and cheerful assisted living community full of men and women who inspire you to pursue your golden years with enthusiasm. From the moment you...
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7 reviews
My dad has been a resident here for over a year. I'm so thankful that he's going to be able to age in place and not have to move to another facility as his dementia progresses. He's happy, and that's what...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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22 reviews
We needed a home for my FIL that he would be comfortable in and have lots of activities. He had no desire to do activities but now that he’s been there a few months, we can never find him because he’s...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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20 reviews
Mom came from another state and she's doing very well. The staff is fabulous. They know each individual resident and their individual needs. I appreciate them more each time I visit. It's comforting to know...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
YourLife of Pensacola is devoted to residents with impaired memory, offering a unique holistic program designed to celebrate life with residents, while maintaining their safety and comfort.YourLife of Pensacola is secured for resident safety yet still offers beautifully designed private garden...
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I have my aunt here. The reputation used to be bad here but it has changed with the new management. I want everyone to know that this place is much better than the past.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Noble Senior Living at Pensacola is an assisted living and memory care community centrally located in Pensacola, Florida. Our community has beautiful courtyards that give it the feel of country living in a convenient, urban setting. Our community is set on Mobile Highway close to three area...
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The staff was attentive to my mom. She was able to get strong enough to no longer use a walker, so she moved out after 6 months. The only negative was that food portions were small and there was not much...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Country Place Senior Living of Brewton is an assisted living community located in Brewton, AL. Brewton, a small town located just north of the Florida Panhandle, offers seasonal events, recreational facilities and a vibrant downtown with an abundance of shopping venues. Its residents take part in...
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The Blake at Pensacola is a very clean, light and bright community. It was a decent space for our loved one and he has a nice private room. From what we saw the meals looked to be really good but they just...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to The BlakeThe food. The music. The architecture, family and traditions. Once you’ve enjoyed the Blake way of life, it’s hard to imagine settling for anything less.Located only minutes from Historic Downtown Pensacola and some of the world’s most beautiful beaches, The Blake at Pensacola...
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I think they have a great program but it's a better fit for those who are a little more independent. Very affordable. Great care. I wish we could have kept mom there longer, but she just needed a higher...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Summit of Atmore is a comfortable assisted living community located in the historic town of Atmore, Alabama. Our friendly, small town community is located just north of the Florida state line and boasts historic buildings nestled between rivers and woodlands. Atmore is a charming, southern...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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If you need a place for mom, dad, uncle Joe or aunt Mabel this is the place, so much to do, the food is good, free cable and internet, and so very much more, I would not be anywhere but here Come check it...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Renowned for our convenient location, excellence in food, first-class staff, affordability and signature activities; Grandview Retirement Center is Pensacola’s most recommended senior community.We offer your loved one an opportunity to enjoy living a comfortable daily routine by providing an...
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Things seem to be going very well at Crestview Manor! My loved one has settled in well, and I haven't heard a single negative word from any of my family members! The place seemed very clean and well kept...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Northpointe and Westpointe Retirement Community provides its residents with the peace of mind knowing that their rent will not increase. They will enjoy the respect and dignity of being cared for by our long-time employees. Four of our employees have been working for us for over 20 years, and 15...
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The staff at The Terrace at Ivey Acres Assisted Living treat all of the residents like family. They have a nice home and non-institutional environment. They had a lot of patience with my family member. I...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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We put my dad here and he couldn't walk with out falling down even with his walker. In just 2 weeks he can walk without falling or staggering. He loves that he can get out and talk with people when he wants....
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Enon Country Manor The Enon Country Manor is an assisted living community located in sleepy little town of Walnut Hill, FL. This is a quiet community located near the border between the states of Florida and Alabama. Walnut Hill is a peaceful place that has plenty of accommodations for visiting...
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My mother was there 10 years and just passed. They are not good. They are GREAT. Was a Godsend for me for her to have been there. They become like family. My mother loved them and they loved her....
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Very nice facility and provides all levels of care. They provide physical rehab, speech therapy - anything is available there. They did a lot of work with my mom to help her increase in her walking...
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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My mother was at the Pavilion, which is the psychiatric ward for depression, similar to a rehab. It is really hard for me to express how we felt because the nurses that I dealt with did a fabulous job. She...
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Cost of nursing homes in Escambia County, AL
The average cost of senior living in Escambia County is $3,847 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Flomaton, AL with an average of $2,848 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Escambia County, AL vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Escambia County, AL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Escambia County, AL by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Escambia County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Escambia County
Country Place Senior Living of Brewton
4.7
I have been very pleased. I would recommend Country Place to others. It is clean and spacious community. The food services are good. The have choices at breakfast. I was pleased with the staff that I interacted with.
Noble Senior Living at Pensacola
5.0
A community that I am able to work with activities and help others. We are busy and enjoy ourselves. I love being here to live.
Sodalis Milton
4.5
I had a horrible experience elsewhere and it is night and day difference. They really care. They treat her with respect. They are kind and loving to her. I know she is safe and her needs are being met. They communicate with me frequently also
Escambia County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Escambia County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Escambia County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Escambia County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Escambia County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Escambia County, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
31.4%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
17.6%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
74.5%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
78.4%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
35.3%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.6%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
76.5%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.3%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
29.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Escambia County nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Escambia County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Escambia County, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
31.4%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
23.5%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.8%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Escambia County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Escambia County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Escambia County, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.7%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.4%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25.5%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.6%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Escambia County nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Escambia County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Escambia County, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.6%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.4%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
29.4%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.8%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Escambia County nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Escambia County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Escambia County, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.5%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31.4%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.3%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
25.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
19.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.9%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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The Waterford at Carpenter's Creek, The Waterford at Creekside and Navarre Gardens North are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Escambia County, Alabama. See full list of communities.
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Nursing Homes in Cities Near Escambia County
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